Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Boston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Boston

With a population of 35.859, Boston is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boston to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Boston

Boston in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boston in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Boston

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 89 km from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Aberdeen and takes around 8h 25m.

Train

Located 11 km from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 km from Boston. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Boston doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 89 km from Boston. The shortest domestic flight to Boston departs from Aberdeen and takes around 8h 25m.

Train

Located 11 km from the city centre, Boston Swineshead is the busiest station in Boston. Another popular train station is Boston Hubberts Bridge, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Boston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 km from Boston. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Boston

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EMANottingham East Midlands

Airlines serving Boston

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,517 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (647 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,887 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Boston

Most booked hotels in Boston

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Boston West Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£42+
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The White Hart Hotel, Boston, Lincolnshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Supreme Inn Boston
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£34+
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The New England Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
£40+
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Hiring a car in Boston

Hiring a car in Boston costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.23 and £21.63. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Boston costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Boston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.23 and £21.63. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Boston, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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